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Klutch Sports Group Dives into Motorsports with IndyCar Champion Josef Newgarden Signing

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 1, 2025
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Klutch Sports Group Dives into Motorsports with IndyCar Champion Josef Newgarden Signing

Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden (2) celebrates with his crew members, Sunday, May 26, 2024, after winning the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

In an unprecedented move, a significant player associated with a $120-million behemoth has tossed a curveball into the motorsport world. This development threatens to blur the lines between various sports and could potentially transform the sports universe as we know it.

Rich Paul, the driving force behind Klutch Sports Group, has made an unexpected play. Known for his audacious strategies, Paul, backed by United Talent Agency (UTA), has dominated basketball, soccer, and baseball so far. Now, he’s venturing into motorsports, and he’s doing so with a star who was once in the orbit of the iconic Roger Penske.

The bombshell? Klutch Sports Group has signed Josef Newgarden, a champion IndyCar driver and former Penske associate. The news was confirmed by motorsports reporter Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, who shared this groundbreaking development on social media. The signing of Newgarden, a two-time IndyCar champion with ample experience and success under his belt, is a significant coup for Klutch’s foray into motorsports.

Newgarden’s signing, however, has raised eyebrows as he continues to race for Team Penske. The crux of the matter lies in Klutch’s role: they will oversee Newgarden’s future contract negotiations and off-track opportunities, while he continues his association with Team Penske beyond 2026. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment for Klutch’s growth, signaling their serious intentions to become a formidable force in American motorsports.

The Klutch team took to Instagram to announce their entry into motorsports, formally welcoming their first racing client, Josef Newgarden. This step is seen as a major stride towards redefining sports representation and shaking up the sports world.

Speculations are rife about FOX’s role in Newgarden’s decision to associate with Klutch. Newgarden acknowledged that the timing of the new partnership with FOX and the dynamic changes within the series played a part in his decision to join Klutch Sports. He has never before worked with a commercial agent, making this move a leap of faith for him.

Newgarden’s illustrious career has been shaped significantly by Team Penske. Since he joined the team in 2017, he has secured two IndyCar Series championships (2017 and 2019) and bagged the Indianapolis 500 twice (2023 and 2024). Despite his success with Team Penske, Newgarden’s move to step out of Roger Penske’s shadow and expand his footprint beyond racing aligns with his marketability as one of the most sought-after drivers in IndyCar.

In summary, Klutch’s signing of Newgarden, backed by a strong ally in UTA, signifies a bold and strategic move into the world of motorsports. This pioneering step is set to disrupt the sports universe and redefine the landscape of sports representation. As Klutch continues to push boundaries, the sports world watches on with bated breath.

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